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G400 KAT

2005 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,973 mi
Last recorded50,973 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz G-class34,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG400 KAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 50,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 48,008 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,297 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 43,969 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 43,617 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 42,769 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 39,514 miles

oil leaks

Pass 29 Mar 2017 36,166 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 36,159 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 35,507 miles

All Brake Discs Starting to Corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2015 34,606 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front axle tractor joint seals weeping

front and rear brake discs have corrosion on braking surfaces

wipers, slightly reduced clearance

Pass 1 Sep 2014 34,549 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 33,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 33,924 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 32,376 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 38,982 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak

Slight leak from power steering resevoir

Pass 23 Mar 2011 38,982 miles

Oil leak

Slight leak from power steering resevoir

Pass 24 Mar 2010 28,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 24,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 18,004 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz G-class?

Based on 15,659 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
4,296
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 111
Brake pipe excessively corroded 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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G400 KAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,746cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 34,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G400 KAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz G-class typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G400 KAT registered?

G400 KAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is G400 KAT safe to buy?

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